Chelsea sets 100 million pound asking price for Pedro Neto

Chelsea have set a new asking price of close to 100 million pounds for winger Pedro Neto, a significant increase from earlier valuations, as Manchester City, Arsenal, and Tottenham have all expressed interest in the Portugal international. The move comes as the Saudi Pro League club Al Hilal has reportedly agreed personal terms with the player, creating a complex transfer scenario ahead of the summer window's closure.

The 26-year-old has made over 100 appearances for Chelsea since his 54 million pound move from Wolverhampton Wanderers in 2024. While he has been a regular fixture in the squad, his future has become a subject of intense speculation following the club's summer recruitment drive, which included the signings of Morgan Rogers, Geovany Quenda, and Emmanuel Emegha. Chelsea's hierarchy now believes Neto's value has risen in line with the inflated market for wingers, citing recent sales such as Yan Diomande's move to Real Madrid for 120 million and Paris Saint-Germain's valuation of Bradley Barcola at over 100 million pounds.

Manchester City, managed by former Chelsea coach Enzo Maresca, has been heavily linked with Neto. Maresca publicly urged his club to strengthen...